Associate Professor

Neuroscience Faculty Positions

The UT Southwestern Medical Center is seeking faculty members (tenure-track open rank) for joint appointments in the Department of Neuroscience and the Peter O'Donnell Jr. Brain Institute. We seek outstanding scientists with pioneering and rigorous research programs at all academic levels aimed at developing a mechanistic understanding of normal or abnormal nervous system function. All areas of neuroscience are welcome, including but not limited to biochemical, cell biological, electrophysiological, neural circuit, developmental, computational, or behavioral studies.

The O'Donnell Brain Institute is particularly interested in neural circuit biology or molecular and cellular mechanisms of neurodegeneration, including neuroimmune factors (especially microglial biology) in relation to neurodegenerative diseases (e.g., Alzheimer's, Parkinson's, ALS) or mood disorders. Applicants with strong quantitative or theoretical elements to their research program are encouraged to apply.

Appointment rank will be commensurate with academic accomplishments and experience.

As one of the world's foremost research institutions, UT Southwestern Medical Center is home to many nationally and internationally recognized scientists and physicians, including six Nobel Laureates since 1985, 26 members of the National Academy of Sciences, and 18 members of the National Academy of Medicine. Scientists within the Department of Neuroscience and the O'Donnell Brain Institute participate in a vibrant, interdisciplinary, and highly collaborative research community within the University. We seek bold neuroscientists who are using leading-edge approaches to answer fundamental and / or translational questions about the brain and behavior.

The Neuroscience programs at UT Southwestern offer outstanding packages with competitive salaries and excellent benefits, and some positions may be eligible for funding through our NIH Faculty Institutional Recruitment for Sustainable Transformation (FIRST) research program award.

Applicants at any academic level should apply online and upload :

A cover letter

A curriculum vitae

A 2-page summary of research accomplishments with future plans

Copies of their three (3) most significant publications (or preprints)

Three (3) letters of recommendation

Complete applications will be considered until the positions are filled. We will begin reviewing applications and inviting candidates for interviews as early as October 1, 2023.

Consideration may be given to applicants seeking less than a full-time schedule. This position is security-sensitive and subject to Texas Education Code 51.215, which authorizes UT Southwestern to obtain criminal history record information.

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Benefits UT Southwestern is proud to offer a competitive and comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees. Our benefits are designed to support your overall well-being and include :

PPO medical plan available day one at no cost for full-time employee-only coverage

100% coverage for preventive healthcare, no copay

Paid Time Off is available day one

Retirement Programs through the Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS)

Paid Parental Leave Benefit

Wellness programs

Tuition Reimbursement

Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Qualified Employer

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